Enjoy the benefits of coffee

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Melissa Bess, former Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension

Many people like to start the day with a fresh cup (or cups) of coffee. In the past, it was believed that coffee could be harmful. But research has shown that there is little evidence of health risk and there is actually evidence of health benefits for adults consuming moderate amounts of coffee (3-4 cups per day, which provides 300-400 mg of caffeine).

September 29 is National Coffee Day and there are many reasons to celebrate this beloved beverage. Preliminary studies have indicated these possible valuable health benefits from coffee…

To learn about the health benefits of drinking coffee, and which additions should be avoided to keep it healthy, see the full article at http://missourifamilies.org/features/nutritionarticles/nut437.htm

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